Rehabilitation And Extension Of The Sagrada Familia. Parish Building

Rehabilitation and Expansion of Sagrada Familia Parish, Torrent · 2009

This project enhances the symbolic value of liturgical elements through the recovery of immersion Baptism, the placement of the Altar at the gravitational center of the assembly, and the creation of a dedicated space for the Word—conceived as more than a movable lectern.

In the same spirit, the assembly is arranged around the Altar, encouraging mutual visibility and active participation among the faithful. The rough texture of the walls and carpeting improves acoustic reverberation, while a gentle slope in the flooring enhances liturgical engagement and sightlines.

Operable doors allow the seating capacity to expand from 160 to 276 people. Finally, the image of the Holy Family is placed in a position of closeness, and the use of icons reconnects with a rich Church tradition, where they hold intrinsic value comparable to sculpture—not merely as decorative elements.